The DuPont Nature Center near Milford is a popular spot each for birdwatchers to gather each May.It is there on the coast of the Delaware Bay that they hope to catch their annual glimpse of rufa red knot birds as they feast on the eggs of horseshoe crabs.

Tip of the Weekkeep kids safe this holiday seasonThe holiday season is upon us, and as you prepare to enjoy all the wonderful things associated with this time of year, don’t forget to keep child safety top of mind so the entire family has a jolly holiday. Experts at Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals recommend these six safety and nutrition tips:

Snacks are a common aspect of most Americans' daily diets. Although you may feel like stealing nibbles between meals is a guilt-worthy offense, making smart snacking choices can actually contribute to a healthy eating plan.Snacks are a good way to manage food intake throughout the day, which keeps your metabolism running strong and helps you avoid overeating at any one meal. To be sure you're never caught without a smart snacking option, consider these snacking survival tips:

You know that moving into a new home can be one of life's biggest stressors: the packing, the paperwork, the unpacking and of course finding the nearest coffee shop. Making your new house feel like your home can help alleviate some of this stress and provide a safe-haven for some much needed relaxation.

A fast pace and busy schedule may make you think that frequenting restaurants and fast food spots is faster than cooking at home. But it is possible to reduce the time you spend in the kitchen — and the money you spend from your wallet. Planning meals ahead of time, making one large grocery trip each week and taking a few hours on the weekend to prep your food for the upcoming week can help ensure that you have dinner on the table quickly, no matter how busy your weeknights get.

Aluminum and steel fences are famous for their long life expectancy. Under normal circumstances, well-maintained metal fencing can last 30 years or more. However, unusually harsh weather, heavy use, or shifting of the ground may cause unexpected damage. See full article.

By Shayne LooperMore Content NowDuke University psychologists Troy Campbell and Aaron Kay recently published a paper in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology that suggests that a person’s deeply held beliefs may alter the way he or she interprets reality.

Much has been written and there has been much discussion about a current case before the Supreme Court that is of great significance for working mothers. The case concerns a United Parcel Service driver who was put on an unpaid disability leave after her doctor told her to avoid lifting bundles that weighed more than 20 pounds.

Investigators with the Delaware State Fire Marshal’s office have arrested two men in connection with three Dec. 2 church arsons, two that took place near Felton and one near Frederica.The men are identified as Alex J. Harrington Jr., 26, of the first block of Sycamore Drive, High Point Mobile Home Park, Frederica, and Joseph T. Skochelak, 25, of the 1100 block of Andrews Lake Road, Felton.

The Northern Delaware Greenway (NDG) is perhaps one of the most beautiful trails in the state of Delaware, extending from the Brandywine Creek in North Wilmington all the way to Governor Printz Boulevard. The image below shows the NDG as it exists presently. You may notice to the far left, there is a separate trail that continues as part of the bicycle route to Newark.